1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Because 1958 Abarth 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Fiat 500 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000. 2012 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1958 Abarth 1000 has manual transmission. 1958 Abarth 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 1000 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | 1000 | 500 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |